‘Moonshiners’ stars to help West, Texas victims

Published: Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Last Modified: Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

COLUMBUS — Stars from the Discovery Channel reality show, “Moonshiners,” will attend a benefit for the West, Texas fire department in Polk County Monday.

An April 17 fertilizer plant explosion in West killed 35-40 people, including several volunteer firefighters who had responded.

The Columbus Fire Department is hosting a benefit at 7:30 p.m. on April 22, featuring “Moonshiners” stars Tim Smith, Josh Owens along with his dog, “Cutie Pie,” and Bootleg Bill. The station is located at 100 South Peak Street.

Donations of firefighting equipment, non-perishable items and money will be accepted in helping this community to begin recovering. All fire departments are encouraged to donate unneeded equipment to help re-establish West’s fire department.

For more information, contact Detective Randall Hodge of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at (828) 894-3001.

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